Coaching for Screenwriters and Filmmakers

Michael has been coaching screenwriters and filmmakers around the world for more than 30 years. His clients have included writers and directors creating their first scripts or films, as well as the top screenwriters, producers, directors, stars and studios in Hollywood – and around the world.

The following packages are designed to give you the most effective coaching at every stage of the screenwriting or development process, from formulating a story idea to rewriting and pitching your script.

After selecting and purchasing your package, please follow the steps outlined on the GETTING STARTED page.

THE SCRIPT COACHING PACKAGE

Get Michael’s feedback and guidance on your complete screenplay, and
lock in his discounted rate

STORY ASSESSMENT & CONSULTATION

Ensure that your story concept, characters, overall plot, theme and
commercial potential are solid before beginning an outline or draft of
your screenplay

View Story Assessment & Consultation Package Details

With this 90-minute package, Michael will:

Review a 6-Stage structure outline of your story

Coach you on all the elements of the selected story, including story concept, character development, plot structure, theme, commerciality, and possible markets for the project, to ensure your story has a solid foundation for moving into your first draft.

PITCH COACHING

Create and deliver a pitch for your completed screenplay or film that will
compel agents, development executives, production companies, financiers
and distributors to read your script or watch your film

HOURLY PACKAGE FOR SCREENWRITERS & FILMMAKERS

Whether beginning a new screenplay or preparing for your next rewrite, hiring Michael for a single hour of coaching will give your story concept, characters and plot structure a solid, commercial foundation, and will provide an excellent introduction to his principles and process. Should you feel you need a bit more time, but not enough to justify a larger package, simply purchase two or three hours at the same hourly rate. Any unused time will be refunded.

With this special package, you save $200 off Michael’s regular rate of $400 per hour, and any additional hours will then be just $350 per hour – for as long as you and Michael continue working together.

When you sign up for this package, Michael will work with you by phone or email to design a coaching program that best fits your project and situation (this exchange is free – not counted against your 6 hours)

All additional hours purchased after completion of this package
will be offered at the discounted rate of $350/hr.

SCRIPT CRITIQUE & DEVELOPMENT NOTES

Receive a written script critique & development notes
from one of Michael Hauge’s outstanding Story Mastery analysts:

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Michael has a group of exceptional and experienced story analysts, each with more than 5 years of industry experience working for studios, production companies and agencies, as well as degrees in screenwriting or filmmaking. They have worked with Michael extensively, and are thoroughly familiar with his approach to story structure, style, character arc, commerciality, and all other aspects of the craft of screenwriting. They will provide you with honest feedback on your feature-length screenplays.

With this package, one of Michael’s highly skilled analysts will read your screenplay and provide a 7-10 page critique covering all aspects of your screenplay including story concept, commercial potential, character, structure, presentation, style, dialogue, page notes, recommended reading, and suggestions for rewriting the script.

SCRIPT ANALYSIS PACKAGE

Receive a written script analysis from one ofMichael Hauge’s highly trained, experienced Story Mastery analysts:

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Michael has a group of exceptional and experienced story analysts, with valuable industry experience working for studios, production companies and agencies, as well as degrees in screenwriting or filmmaking. They have worked with Michael extensively, and are thoroughly familiar with his approach to story structure, style, character arc, commerciality, and all other aspects of the craft of screenwriting. They will provide you with honest feedback on your feature-length screenplays.

With this package, one of Michael’s analysts will provide 3-4 pages of notes that will drill down on your screenplay’s structure, isolating and analyzing character and plot and suggesting potential ways that various story elements could be enhanced for emotional effect. In addition to analyzing your script using Michael’s proven approach, this package provides specific development notes focused on making your story more dramatic, more exciting, and more marketable.

“Everyone who works with him thinks it’s amazing how matter-of-factly he makes the script better.Any time I think I’m stuck in a corner, Michael will move some things around and suddenly the script works.”

“I had always been skeptical of so-called script doctors until I worked with Michael Hauge on my screenplay for The Karate Kid. What he does seems quite simple but is in fact quite rare. He takes your ideas and makes them better.He has become an indispensable resource.”

“The Hollywood Pitch Fest went amazingly well. Because of your help, out of 35 pitches I had 22 script requests! (I think the average for the 200 other attendees was 5 or 6.) Thank you so much!”

Doug WillenScreenwriter

“Michael’s strength is his ability to greatly enhance a story’s emotional impact. He’s clear, calm and patient, and has the amazing ability to make complex ideas clearer and simpler. He’s also a jolly, Obi-Wan type of mentor who really brings out the best in the people he works with. He has helped me tremendously!”

Chris WinkCo-Founder of Blue Man Group

“Michael adds immeasurable value to any screenplay. He is the rock star of consultants.”

Jessica PostigoScreenwriter: House of the Scorpion (WB); Operation Checkmate (Sony); Book of the Dead (WB); Mortal Instruments: City of Bones; Mortal Instruments: City of Ashes (Constantin/Sony Pictures); Tarzan 3D (Constantin)

“My brother and I have consulted with Michael on three features, one a documentary. We are big believers in his emphasis on emotion and analysis of story structure – so much so, in fact, that we often find ourselves referring to the “Haugian method” in our writing sessions.”